Green moray
Gymnothorax funebris
Ranzani, 1840
Description:
Body long and snake-like, without pectoral or ventral fins; dorsal, tail and anal fins form a single, long, continuous fin that begins behind the head, encircles the tail and extends midway down the belly. Body scale-less and coated with a clear, protective mucus layer.
Body heavy, uniformly green to brown, without markings.
Size: 0.9 - 1.5 meter.
Habitat:
Inhabit a wide range of habitats, from murky bays to clear-water reefs, down to 30 meters. Hide during the day in recesses; heads often extend from openings. Forage in open at night. Constantly open and close mouth in order to move water through their gills for respiration.
Distribution:
Occasional Florida, common Bahamas and Caribbean, south to Brazil.